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Summary: Dlink BEFSX41
Review: It worked right out of the box. No problems at all. Running 4 computers on one DSL line to the internet and file sharing between the 4 computers.
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Summary: It worked without a hitch
Review: I bought this router/switch based on PC Magazine's editor's choice rating in the Nov. 19, 2002 issue. Wanted to move my Linksys "network-in-a-box" home network (3 computers, 2 print servers) to high-speed cable, but wanted the extra security provided by the firewall in this router. First, I upgraded to cable access on one of my computers by disconnecting it from the old network and connecting it to the new cable modem. After I got that setup working, I setup the router as directed. I used Linksys' automated setup. It copied over the Internet connection settings from the cable modem/service into the router setup. Bang, it worked. High speed access through the router. I used that access to download the most recent firmware for the router and installed that without a hitch. I then set up the other two computers as the directions dictated in just a few minutes, making sure to use the rounter to automatically assign IP address (it is a DHCP server, too). It all worked. No problems. Amazing. I use three of the four 10/100 ports on the router/switch for the computers and the fourth to attach to the Linksys 5-port switch I had left over from the old network. Through that I connect to Linksys and HP print servers to get to HP LaserJet and OfficeJet (duplex printer/fax/scanner/copier) printers. I just plugged this stuff in, followed the set up directions and it worked. I have had very good luck with Linksys equipment. My only complaint is that it would have been nice to have an eight-port rather than a 4-port 10/100 switch with all the other features of this device. A very minor complaint.
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Summary: Worked like a champ out of the box
Review: So far so good after over a week. The BEFSX41 practically installed itself. Just plugged it in between my computer and the cable modem, and it went to work. Using the "start here dummy" method, I tried to use the setup program on the included CD. Eventually, the process balked and gave me an alert box that said it couldn't configure my system, call the support hotline. I unplugged everything, pressed the reset button on the router, and tried it again. Same result. Then I had a bright idea: Bypass the dummies method, and just use my browser to connect with the interface console embedded in the router. I found that the machine was already configured properly and was working fine. I entered a new password (no dummy!), and that was it. I turned on the router's logging feature, to see what traffic was being passed. I happened to already have a copy of Norton Firewall installed (a trial version comes in the box with the BEFSX41), and with it I could keep watch on what was getting through the router. Nada. Tight as a drum. After a few hours I noticed my email client wasn't getting through to my ISP's mailserver, so I had to make a little tweak in the firewall. Other than that, the router has been perfectly transparent to my online applications. I ran a port scan at Hackerwacker.com, and my system came up absolutely clean. Easy as pie to install. Works flawlessly. Money well spent!
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Summary: Good update
Review: I got this model to replace my 2-year-old befsr41 that was slowly failing (could not get web interface to fully come up and it was impossible to change configurations, even after a firmware upgrade).
This one set up without a problem, and I was running 20 minutes after the UPS truck came :)
I like the vpn and firewall feature, which I did not have before. The most surprising to me is the dynamic DNS support. I only wish it supported more DDNS providers (it only supports dyndns.org accounts).
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Summary: DHCP bug in lateset code
Review: Overall the product worked well but from time to time DHCP would only work for a single machine (I have 3). Finally code version 1.43.4 fixed the issue. I had problems with both 1.43 and 1.44.
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Summary: Simple to Use, Highly Effective
Review: Dead easy to install, set up, and use. The firewall works great - I use Black Ice for my software firewall, and had been getting "hit" at least once per hour. This filters out almost all attacks before they get to my computer. Be sure to change the default password from "admin", but that's about the only change you should need to make to the settings. I highly recommend this one.
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Summary: Works... Most of the time
Review: I'd agree with others that the router offers fast setup, etc - but this is not exactly unique among SOHO routers these days. My problems are with stability. On a regular basis the router loses it's programming. Web interface to the router becomes garbled and it appears that the machine is scrambling its memory (IP addresses in date fields, etc). Within a few minutes - it's out for the count. Firmware flashes and all don't seem to solve it - and don't bother going to the website for support - it's slim at best and you'd think no one ever had an issue.
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Summary: Works to perfection!
Review: A great piece of equipment. Both my roommate and I use it so we're only paying one cable bill. Never had any problems with it (Wish I could say the same of the cable company). Extremely simple to install.
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Summary: "Simply" Fantastic!
Review: These two words can say it all. I bought this to be able to upgrade and existing group of networked PC's to a fast Cable Internet service. Firewall safety was another essential issue. This does it all. Not only that - in a matter of minutes, this little gadget was installed and all the PC's with it. The installation wizard that came with it was a gem. It didn't care what we were running: Windows 98 (SE), ME or XP, and we had all of it. It just did what it had to do & configured everything automatically! I do not know how Linksys does it, but they produce such useful and sophisticated hardware products with the capability of being installed, without a hitch, by the average non-technical person. That's why I can say this is "simply" fantastic! Whenever I have wanted network hardware, I have gone to Linksys and have never been disappointed. They have made life easy in the networking world. And, when you consider their prices, it would be hard to be disappointed. Highly Recommended!
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Summary: Fantastic router with VPN capability
Review: Very happy with this router. Setup is not required for simple config., just connect the cables to the right ports, and bingo!... Highly recommended!
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